Borisov can become a member of the European Federation of Cities stories of Napoleon. As BelTA learned from head of the department of ideological work , culture and youth affairs of the Borisov district executive committee Lyudmila Gornak , preliminary program of action for the city to join the federation discussed with the president of the federation Charles Napoleon, director of the Federation of the participating cities of the war in 1812 and Jacques Matei Consul of France Christophe Brammule .
During his visit to Borisov guests got acquainted with the city . The main purpose of the delegation was to see in what form provides information about Napoleon , how can and should develop the historical and cultural background associated with Napoleon.
guests visited Borisov State Museum , which has a history exhibition hall on the War of 1812 . Another focus of attention was the manor house historian , researcher edge due to the Patriotic War of 1812, Ivan Kolodeev . Mansion House was renovated for the 200th anniversary events of the war in 1812 on the River Berezina. It contains information on the activities of the historian to build Europe's largest collection of materials on the War of 1812 . In the museum halls, a variety of materials (books , photocopies of paintings, prints , photographs, souvenirs ) , are of interest not only a wide range of visitors, but also professionals , in-depth study Patriotic War of 1812 and the history of the Borisov region.
According to Lyudmila Gornak guests were satisfied with what they saw and offered the Belarusian side to continue cooperation in the accession to the European federation Borisova cities history of Napoleon. French experts will determine the list of areas to promote the theme of Napoleon , which can be realized in Belarus. Belarusian side will have to decide what will be implemented .
In the European Federation of Cities stories of Napoleon , created in 2004, consists of about 50 cities in Belgium , Germany, Italy , Poland, Russia , Czech Republic and other European countries. All they are historically associated with the activities of the famous French commander . The main objectives of the federation - the development of tourist contacts , joint cultural projects , support for cooperation among researchers and historians , educational institutions and youth. Federation is developing a travel program, in particular working on creating a virtual " road Napoleon " by cities and countries associated with the history of the Napoleonic Wars . Borisov and its surroundings may enter into such a tourist route .
